January Whale Watching Season Delivers Record Sightings Across Maui Waters
Maui recorded the highest number of humpback whale sightings statewide during January’s official whale survey, making it an exceptional time for visitors and locals to experience these magnificent creatures up close. Maui topped all Hawaiian islands for whale sightings during the January kohola survey, confirming the island as the premier destination for whale watching Peak […]
Major Country Music Festival Coming to Maui Features Top Nashville Artists
The upcoming Maui Songwriters Festival will showcase renowned country artists Gavin Adcock and Hudson Westbrook as headliners. This exciting musical event promises to bring world-class entertainment to the island for both locals and tourists to enjoy. Country music stars Gavin Adcock and Hudson Westbrook confirmed as festival headliners The Maui Songwriters Festival offers a unique […]
Iao Theater to Host Annual Celebration of Marine Life Through Film This February
The popular World Whale Film Festival is making its return to Wailuku’s historic Iao Theater, offering locals and visitors a unique cultural experience celebrating ocean conservation and marine wildlife through cinema. Festival showcases documentary and narrative films focused on whale conservation and marine ecosystems Event takes place at the historic Iao Theater in Wailuku, providing […]
Hawaii Records Near-Historic Low Rainfall and High Temperatures in 2025
A new climate report reveals that 2025 ranked as Hawaii’s second driest and warmest year ever recorded, with significant implications for water resources and weather patterns across the islands. 2025 broke climate records statewide, coming in second place for both lowest precipitation and highest average temperatures in Hawaii’s weather history The extremely dry conditions may […]
Maui County Moves Forward with Housing Fund Reform to Boost Affordable Rental Development
Maui County is advancing legislation inspired by Vienna’s housing model that would require surplus rental housing funds to be reinvested directly into creating more affordable housing units. This initiative aims to address the island’s ongoing housing shortage that affects both residents and the tourism workforce. New bill prevents rental housing fund money from sitting unused […]
Free Online Workshop Addresses Wildfire Insurance Challenges Facing Maui Property Owners
The Hawaiʻi Wildfire Management Organization is offering a complimentary webinar to help local property owners navigate the growing national crisis in wildfire insurance coverage. Local property owners and residents can attend at no cost to learn about wildfire insurance options and challenges The workshop addresses the nationwide insurance crisis that particularly impacts fire-prone areas like […]
New Partnership Brings More Family-Friendly Whale Watching Options to Maui Waters
A collaboration between Pacific Whale Foundation and Norwegian Cruise Line will create expanded opportunities for children’s whale watching experiences around Maui. The partnership aims to enhance educational marine tourism offerings during peak whale season. Pacific Whale Foundation teams up with Norwegian Cruise Line to grow keiki (children’s) whale watching programs Expanded tours will provide more […]
Popular Kaanapali Restaurant Launches Educational Whale Watching Series During Peak Season
Hula Grill Kaanapali is offering visitors a unique dining and educational experience by hosting weekly whale talks throughout February and March. The oceanfront restaurant’s program takes advantage of Maui’s prime humpback whale watching season, combining great food with marine wildlife education. Whale talks will be held every Tuesday during February and March 2026 (Maui Now) […]
Hawaii Plans Major Environmental Improvements with $130M from New Conservation Fees
The state of Hawaii is set to fund 75 environmental projects using $130 million generated from new green fees, addressing critical conservation needs across the islands. New conservation fees will generate $130 million to fund environmental protection initiatives statewide 75 separate environmental projects are planned to address Hawaii’s conservation challenges The funding will support various […]
Power Safety Alert Lifted on Maui as Utility Crews Work to Fix Storm-Related Outages
Hawaiian Electric has called off its precautionary power shutoff monitoring while repair teams continue working to restore electricity to areas affected by recent weather conditions. The Public Safety Power Shutoff watch has been officially discontinued, indicating improved weather conditions and reduced fire risk Utility crews are actively working to restore power to customers who lost […]